Crock Pot "Refried" Beans

More Pinterest bounty! These don't replace real refried beans, but they're a pretty good approximation. If you want refried beans without the "refried" effects on your hips, try these. You don't have to soak the beans overnight, either!

CROCK POT "REFRIED" BEANS

Recipe Notes

I found this recipe on Pinterest through Six Sisters' Stuff. There is also a recipe to turn these completed beans into bean dip on their website. See the original recipe (here). These beans definitely need additional seasoning (salt/pepper), hot sauce (such as Cholula), and cheese!

Ingredients

• 1 onion, peeled and halved


• 3 c. dry pinto beans (approx. 1 bag), rinsed and drained


• 1/4-1/2 jalapeno, seeded and minced


• 2 tbsp. minced garlic


• 3 tsp. salt


• 1-3/4 tsp. black pepper


• 1/8 tsp. cumin (optional)


• 5 c. water


• 4 c. chicken broth

Instructions

1. Place onion, beans, jalapeno, garlic, salt, pepper, and cumin in a Crock Pot or other slow cooker.

2. Add water and chicken broth. Stir to combine.

3. Cook on high for 8 hours, adding additional water if needed. Do not allow beans to cook dry.

4. Strain beans and return to a bowl, reserving cooking liquid. Mash with a potato masher and add cooking liquid until desired consistency is achieved.